drhealth Wellness Newsletter

May 2001 - Number 28

Health Gallery Nutrition Center

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INTERNAL CLEANSING

What Does Internal Cleansing Have To Do With Good Health?

Symptoms of Poor Health and Disease are: poor digestion, gas, one or less bowel movements daily, skin problems, body odor, finger nails pealing, diarrhea, poor circulation, stomach bloat, fatigue, lower backache, bad breath, stiff joints, elimination problems, breathing problems, behavior problems, depression, allergies, etc... (Due to the numerous questions and concerns about the April Newsletter, this issue is devoted to more specific details about tissue toxity and products useful for Internal Cleansing.)

TISSUE TOXITY... Industrial chemicals and their pollutant run-offs in our water, pesticides, additives in our foods, heavy metals, anesthetics, residues from drugs, and environmental hormones are trapped within the human body in greater concentrations than at any other point in history. Because every tissue in the body is fed by the blood stream which is supplied via the bowel. When the bowel is toxified, so is the liver and the rest of the organs and tissues. Proper bowel function entails having at least 2 or 3 good bowel movements per day. If we eat 3 meals a day and only eliminate once a day, where are the other 2 meals hiding? Some people carry around up to 10 to 15 extra pounds of mucous that harbors this toxic waste! (Photographs are available for those readers who may doubt this fact).

POOR DIET, dead, over cooked, devitalized, clogging low fiber foods, fried foods, etc. unlike live foods (fresh fruits and vegetables), lack the proper enzymes to assist in proper digestion and assimilation, and lack the fiber or bulk to assist in proper elimination. Foods are not properly broken down and tend to lodge in the lower intestines. Vital nutrients are not absorbed. Without proper digestion, leaky gut syndrome can develop, thus producing food allergies.

Leaky Gut Syndrome is a harmful condition in which the lining of the intestinal tract becomes porous and irritated resulting in auto-immune diseases. Auto-immune diseases are those in which our bodies produce defenses which attack both the foreign, unhealthy particles in the body and the body's own healthy tissues. Some examples are arthritis, lupus, diabetes, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, Crohn's disease, and ulcerative colitis, to name just a few.

A properly functioning intestinal system is vital to overall health and well being. The intestinal wall secretes mucus which forms a "membrane" or "lining" that coasts the surface of the intestinal tract. This lining is essential to proper digestion, immune functions and overall health. Every 3-5 days the intestinal system sheds and renews the cells that line the intestinal tract. IntestiNEW is a natural formula containing ingredients that support the integrity and healthy functions of the intestinal lining, cost $34.95. A more recent product that is specifically designed for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is now available is Intestinal Bowel Soother, cost $21.95, 60 caps.

Poor Digestion: Most people treat themselves for indigestion by consuming antacids which neutralize stomach acid, inviting the stomach to produce even more acid, often making the condition worse. And, they rely on laxatives to relieve constipation which often then leads to diarrhea. When digestion is not optimum, problems can quickly evolve beyond gas and bloating. Energy is reduced and the immune system is radically compromised. Along with the cases of chronic indigestion, the cases of chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, chronic muscle pain, candidiasis, arthritis, colon cancer and poor immune response are skyrocketing each year with people of all ages. Enhancing digestion with enzymes and hydrochloric acid is usually beneficial. Digestive enzymes like drhealth Superzymes $20.95 120 tabs, $11.25 60 tabs.

It has long been known that our intestinal tract is full of beneficial bacteria, commonly called flora or probiotics (meaning for life). These bacteria are generally classified into one of two broad groups: 1). acidophilus 2). bifidus. Flora help the colon stay healthy. In this way they are very valuable to the overall health of the digestive system and to the body as a whole.

Medical scientists know that the gastrointestinal tract's balance of "friendly" flora is most commonly attacked by: 1) Antibiotic usage 2) Excessive sugar and yeast 3) Stress 4) Chlorinated water 5) Processed foods. All of these 5 culprits drastically alter the type, quantity, and behavior of the microorganisms found in the gastrointestinal tract. Solution: A good grade of Lactobacillus acidophilus daily and reducing or eliminating the 5 culprits. Supema Dophilus $24.79 120 caps, PB-8 $15.00 60 caps, $24.95 120 caps and Power Dophilus $19.95 100 caps.

WARNING: Toxic Metals May Be Making You Sick! We are now, more than ever before, at risk of contamination from lead, mercury, cadmium, and aluminum which is found in industrial waste, seafood, silver-colored dental filings, paint, and numerous other sources. The truth is, many of us are harboring unsafe levels of these health assassins right now without even realizing it. Perhaps you're feeling a noticeable loss of memory or mental energy... unexplained aches and pains... fatigue or just tired. If so, the culprit could be metal contamination. Studies have shown that metal exposure impairs brain function, making you feel like you suffer from "brain fog." A hair analysis, which costs $75.00, is the best way to discover contamination and available at the Health Gallery.

Heavy Metal Cleanse is an easy-to-use, two-part cleanse program that contains minerals, vitamins, herbs, and amino acids which have long been used to promote circulatory and dental health. The cost $34.95.

Cleanse SMART is an excellent general detox for the body. It is a Two Part Internal Cleansing System That Detoxifies and Cleanses The Body. Cleanse SMART Part I contains 15 natural compounds that support detoxification of body systems. Cleanse SMART Part II contains 8 natural compounds that support elimination of toxins through the colon. The cost $30.00.

LACK OF WATER can lead to serious health problems. Water makes up 65 to 75% of the human body. Water cleanses the inside of the body as well as the outside. It is instrumental in flushing out wastes and toxins. When the body is not receiving enough water, toxins tend to stagnate, hindering all digestive and eliminative processes. Drinking at least 8 glasses of water a day is highly recommended.

STRESS affects every cell and tissue in the human body by breaking down the immune system and all of the major organs. It robs the body of important vitamins and minerals, and over time, can cause severe acid build-up. Stress hinders the proper digestion, absorption, and elimination of foods by throwing the digestive system out of balance resulting in poor health and premature aging.

ALERT: Calcium intake alone DOES NOT protect against osteoporosis and fractures. You also need other minerals, especially magnesium. (ref. Harvard Nurses' Health Study, 75,000 women for 12 years.)

Americans are the most over medicated people on earth. We comprise about 5% of the population, yet we consume 60% of all drugs produced on earth, both legal and illegal.

Thought For The Day: We are here for the purpose to learn and experience. Life is a voyage not a destination! .


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